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Health Promotion and Maintenance

Description: This section assesses the nurse's ability to provide and direct nursing care that promotes and supports the emotional, mental, and social well-being of clients and families experiencing stressful events, as well as promote and maintain health.

Physiological Integrity

Description: This section tests the nurse's ability to promote physical health and wellness by providing care and comfort, reducing risk potential, and managing health alterations.

Psychosocial Integrity

Description: This section evaluates the nurse's ability to promote and support the emotional, mental, and social well-being of clients experiencing stressful events, as well as clients with acute or chronic mental illness.

Safe and Effective Care Environment

Description: This section tests the nurse's ability to provide a safe environment for patients, staff, and healthcare workers. It is divided into two main categories: Management of Care and Safety and Infection Control.

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Health Promotion and Maintenance Categories

Ante/Intra/Postpartum and Newborn Care

Care of the mother and newborn during the prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum periods.

Labor and Delivery:
Management of labor processes and complications.
Newborn Care:
Assessment and care of the newborn infant.
Postpartum Care:
Care of the mother after delivery.
Prenatal Care:
Assessment and interventions during pregnancy.

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Developmental Stages and Transitions

Understanding growth and development throughout the lifespan.

Adolescent (12-18 years):
Growth and developmental milestones for adolescents.
Adult (18-65 years):
Developmental tasks and transitions for adults.
Infant (1 month-1 year):
Growth and developmental milestones for infants.
Newborn (0-1 month):
Growth and developmental milestones for newborns.
Older Adult (65+ years):
Developmental tasks and considerations for older adults.
Preschool (3-6 years):
Growth and developmental milestones for preschoolers.
School Age (6-12 years):
Growth and developmental milestones for school-age children.
Toddler (1-3 years):
Growth and developmental milestones for toddlers.

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Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

Strategies to promote health and prevent disease across the lifespan.

Immunizations:
Understanding vaccination schedules and contraindications.
Lifestyle Choices:
Impact of nutrition, exercise, and habits on health.
Risk Factors:
Identifying and managing modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors.
Screenings:
Knowledge of recommended health screenings and their frequency.

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Physiological Integrity Categories

Basic Care and Comfort

Providing comfort and assistance in the performance of activities of daily living.

Assistive Devices:
Use of equipment to enhance client mobility and independence.
Elimination:
Supporting urinary and bowel elimination needs.
Mobility and Immobility:
Maintaining mobility and preventing complications of immobility.
Non-Pharmacological Comfort Measures:
Techniques to alleviate discomfort without medications.
Nutrition and Oral Hydration:
Ensuring adequate nutritional and fluid intake.
Personal Hygiene:
Assisting with bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Rest and Sleep:
Promoting adequate rest and sleep.

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Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies

Administering medications and monitoring clients receiving parenteral therapies.

Adverse Effects and Contraindications:
Identifying and managing medication side effects.
Blood and Blood Products:
Administering and monitoring transfusions.
Dosage Calculations:
Calculating correct medication dosages.
Medication Administration:
Safe administration of medications.
Pharmacological Pain Management:
Using medications to manage pain.
Total Parenteral Nutrition:
Managing clients receiving TPN.

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Physiological Adaptation

Managing and providing care for clients with acute, chronic, or life-threatening physical health conditions.

Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances:
Managing clients with imbalances.
Hemodynamics:
Monitoring and interpreting hemodynamic parameters.
Medical Emergencies:
Recognizing and responding to life-threatening situations.
Pathophysiology:
Understanding disease processes and their impact on the body.
Radiation Therapy:
Caring for clients receiving radiation treatment.

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Reduction of Risk Potential

Reducing the likelihood that clients will develop complications or health problems.

Diagnostic Tests:
Understanding and preparing clients for diagnostic procedures.
Laboratory Values:
Interpreting lab results and recognizing abnormalities.
Potential Complications:
Identifying and preventing possible complications.
Therapeutic Procedures:
Assisting with and monitoring the outcomes of procedures.

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Psychosocial Integrity Categories

Coping and Adaptation

Assisting clients with coping mechanisms and adaptation strategies.

Abuse and Neglect:
Identifying and intervening in cases of abuse or neglect.
Crisis Intervention:
Providing immediate support during a crisis.
Grief and Loss:
Supporting clients experiencing loss and grief.
Stress Management:
Teaching techniques to manage stress effectively.

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Mental Health Concepts

Understanding foundational mental health concepts and applying therapeutic communication.

Anxiety Disorders:
Recognition and management of anxiety disorders.
Mood Disorders:
Understanding depression, bipolar disorder, and related conditions.
Psychotic Disorders:
Assessment and care for clients with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
Substance Use Disorders:
Care for clients with alcohol and drug dependencies.
Therapeutic Communication:
Techniques for effective communication with clients.

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Safe and Effective Care Environment Categories

Management of Care

Providing and directing nursing care that enhances the care delivery setting to protect clients and health care personnel.

Advance Directives:
Understanding and applying legal documents that allow clients to convey their decisions about end-of-life care.
Case Management:
Coordinating care to ensure continuity and quality of care.
Client Rights:
Protecting and promoting clients' rights.
Collaboration with Interdisciplinary Team:
Working with other healthcare professionals to provide optimal client care.
Confidentiality/Information Security:
Maintaining client confidentiality and data security.
Delegation and Supervision:
Assigning tasks and supervising care provided by others.
Ethical Practice:
Applying ethical principles in decision-making.
Informed Consent:
Ensuring clients understand procedures and consent appropriately.
Legal Responsibilities:
Understanding legal aspects of nursing practice.
Performance Improvement (Quality Improvement):
Participating in activities that improve client care.
Prioritization:
Deciding which client needs require immediate action.
Referrals:
Facilitating continuity of care by providing referrals to other healthcare professionals.

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Safety and Infection Control

Protecting clients and healthcare personnel from health and environmental hazards.

Accident Prevention:
Preventing injuries and accidents in the healthcare setting.
Emergency Response Plan:
Understanding and implementing emergency protocols.
Ergonomic Principles:
Applying principles to prevent injury and strain.
Error Prevention:
Minimizing the risk of errors in client care.
Handling Hazardous Materials:
Safely managing hazardous substances.
Infection Control:
Preventing and controlling infections.
Security Plan:
Implementing measures to protect clients and staff.

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